Our focus is both fundamental training to build and maintain a solid foundation on the dog (and handler) and problem solving tactics.

Technical instruction on odor and vapor transport, environmental effects on odor, science of scent, and precision training are also available.

Water searching

Searching in the Sierra Nevada high country

Please contact us and give us a little information about yourself and your interest in WOOF and/or the Washoe County Sheriff SAR K9 Unit. We ask that you tell us where you are located so we can put you in touch with the nearest handler to where you live.

Please read the Questions and Answers on the FAQ page before contacting us.